Department of Kinesiology

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www.umes.edu/Kinesiology

Dr. Margarita Treuth, Chairperson

Mission

The educational mission of the Department of Kinesiology is to enable students to develop the knowledge of kinesiology, value physical activity and understand how exercise scientists work to improve the health and wellness of individuals and the community.

Objectives

The objectives of the programs offered in Kinesiology are as follows:

1. To provide students with academic curricula to develop a strong background in Kinesiology areas.
2. To provide courses and learning experiences to students to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities for core program competencies, including health program administration, outcome assessments, health appraisals, and clinical exercise testing.
3. To prepare students to integrate knowledge of the cardiovascular, pulmonary, metabolic, and musculoskeletal systems with current practices and research.
4. To provide opportunities for students to acquire and to effectively utilize technology as professionals in the allied health and exercise science professions.
5. To prepare students for employment and leadership positions in health fitness, exercise science, allied health and the sport industry.
6. To prepare students for graduate study and continued professional development.
7. To promote interaction between the university and the community through departmental activities.

Health Fitness Track - Majors must complete a minimum of 120 credit hours of University courses. Included in the 120 hours are a minimum of 42 credit hours of General Education Requirements; 24 credit hours of support courses, 48 credit hours of major courses, and 6 credits of free electives.

Career Opportunities

The Clinical Track prepares graduates seeking careers or graduate study in medically related professions such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, chiropractic, cardiac rehabilitation, sports medicine and physician assistant.

DEPARTMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Students must complete a minimum of 120 credit hours of University courses. Included in the 120 hours are a minimum of 42 credit hours of General Education Requirements; 27 credit hours of support courses, 44 credit hours of major courses and 7 credits of free electives.

Career Opportunities

The Health Fitness Track prepares graduates seeking careers in the fitness related fields such as exercise specialist and/or personal trainer within the management of community health fitness programs, hospitals/wellness programs, sports medicine and the sports industry.

DEPARTMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Students must complete a minimum of 120 credit hours of University courses. Included in the 120 hours are a minimum of 42 credit hours of General Education Requirements; 24 credit hours of supportive courses, and 48 credit hours of major core courses and 6 credits of free electives.

Directory of Faculty

Hwang, Sungjae, Assistant Professor

B.S., Yonsei University, M.S. Yonsei University, Ph.D. Yonsei University

Nastvogel, LaShawn, Assistant Professor

B.S. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, M.S. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Ph.D. Northcentral University

Nelson, Beatrice, Lecturer

B.S., St. Augustine College; M.A., Florida A&M University

Treuth, Margarita, Professor, Chairperson

B.S., University of Arizona; M.S., Pennsylvania State University; Ph.D., University of Maryland College Park

Programs

• Exercise Science - Clinical Concentration, B.S.
• Exercise Science - Health Fitness Concentration, B.S.

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